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What's in a Nickname? Pt. 2

Created by maddogmaxx

Fun Trivia : Quizzes : MLB Names & Numbers
Whats in a Nickname Pt 2 game quiz
"My second nickname quiz focuses on the great game of baseball and some interesting facts surrounding some popular players and teams. I hope you enjoy it."

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



1. How did Hall Of Famer Harold "Pee Wee" Reese obtain his nickname?
    He was a champion marble player
    He was the youngest child in his family
    He was very short
    All these


2. What famous Willie was nicknamed "Pops"?
    Willie Mays
    Willie Stargell
    Willie McCovey
    Willie Brandt


3. What "mad" nickname was given to reliever Al Hrabosky?
    Mad Italian
    Mad Hungarian
    Mad Hatter
    Mad Max


4. Outfielder and manager Harry Walker received what nickname from an article of clothing he continually adjusted in the batter's box?
    Necktie Harry
    Socks
    Boot Strap
    Harry the Hat


5. All-Star third baseman Ron Cey was nicknamed after what creature?
    Penguin
    Fox
    Walrus
    Tiger


6. Former New York Yankee pitcher Ron Guidry had what "stately" nickname?
    California Cooler
    Texas Tornado
    Louisiana Lightning
    Bronx Bomber


7. Slugger Gorman Thomas was known by the nickname "Stomin' Gorman. What was his other nickname?
    The Mountain Man
    The Wild Man
    The Ape Man
    The Perch Man


8. Which base is called the "keystone sack"?
    First Base
    Home Plate
    Third Base
    Second Base


9. Pitcher Sal Maglie, famous for pitching inside to hitters, was given what nickname?
    Close Shave
    The Razor
    The Barber
    Brushback


10. What player was nicknamed both "The Iron Horse" and "Biscuit Pants"?
    Babe Ruth
    Cal Ripken Jr.
    Ty Cobb
    Lou Gehrig


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